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League of Women Voters^®
of Santa Monica

A public voice a force for change

The League takes action or advocates on issues of public policy at local, county, state and national levels of government. We come to our positions after extensive study and member consensus. Check out where we stand!

May 25 All Mail In Election. June 8, 2010 Gubernatorial Primary. Other League Action/Advocacy. Past Elections.

Measure A Santa Monica - Malibu Special District Parcel Tax All Mail In Election

The League of Women Voters Board at their February 3rd LWVSM board meeting, did not take a position on Measure A with the decision to remain neutral and provide fair and balanced voter education on the measure.
For LWV Analysis of the ballot measure click here.

June 8, 2010 Primary Propositions 13,14,15,16,17

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We recommend a YES vote on Proposition 15. Summary here.
We recommend a NO vote on Proposition 16. More info here.
We only take stands on measures when we have studied the issue and our membership has reached agreement on the policies and positions to support. Because League positions do not cover the issues in Proposition 14 and Proposition 17, the LWVC is taking no stand on these measures.
No Recommendation on proposition 13: Property Tax: New Construction Exclusion: Seismic Retrofitting
The League generally supports regular, frequent reappraisals for property tax purposes, and this measure excludes certain construction from reappraisal. However, considering the public safety benefit of encouraging seismic retrofits, we remain neutral on this proposal.

Local, State and National League Advocacy

League of Women Voters of California: Many Californians feel that our state and local governments no longer function as they were intended and are calling for change.
The League has long advocated for improvements in budget and fiscal issues, the initiative process, campaign financing, and elections and voting rights. We will continue to educate the public about the issues and seek reform.
LWVC Action and Advocacy

Government Reform
Constitutional Reform
California Budget Crisis

League of Women Voters of the United States:
LWVUS Action and Advocacy

Campaign Finance Reform,
Climate Change
Healthcare

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PAST Elections

Presidential Election: November 8, 2009

Local Advocacy/Action: Click here to see the recommendations on local measures.

State Advocacy/Action:

Additional election archives and voter information can be found through SmartVoter.org
Special Election: May 19, 2009
We oppose four measures because they are NOT the solution to our long term financial crisis, the continuing structural deficit in the state budget and the flawed budget process. Read our press release and our budget page. Click here to link to our positions.

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